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Did hearing aids make my wife . . . smarter?
Hearing is a resource that allows us to engage in a real-time fusion of thoughts and feelings. When you have normal hearing, you communicate with little comparative effort. When you have hearing loss, it is much harder to communicate.
Keywords: communication, hearing loss
Why get hearing aids now: Recognizing speech
Research has demonstrated a relationship between delayed treatment for hearing loss and deterioration in the ability to understand speech.
How to find the right hearing aid . . . for you
Consider hearing aids as treatment for a serious, significant medical condition, not as an appliance purchase. Measure your satisfaction of hearing aids as how well it contributes to the quality of your communication and relationships.
Seniors May Now Fear ‘Cognitive Decline’ More Than Cancer; Hearing Loss a Factor
Loss of mental acuity (memory loss, depression, dementia, Alzheimer) was named as a top concern for over 65% of respondents in a 2015 National Council on Aging survey. Hearing loss treatment is a significant lever for maintaining your mental and decision-making faculties as you age.
"Never mind" Communicating to a loved one with hearing loss
Hearing loss can impact relationships. Communication takes effort, patience, and planning . . . for both of you.
Keywords: communication, isolation
Can you give me one quick tip so that I can help my mother who isn’t hearing well? Tip #4
When you are speaking to your mother, pause between phrases.
Can you give me one quick tip so that I can help my mother who isn’t hearing well? Tip #3
When you are speaking to someone with hearing loss, keep your hands away from your face. Make communication your priority.
